Start of classes for both Campuses (not including Law and the 11-month BEd.) Students are expected to arrive on campus by the first day of classes.

Last day for adding Fall Term and full-year courses. Fall term and full-year courses dropped up to and including this date not shown on academic transcript. After this date a notation of "W" (withdrawn no academic penalty) will be shown on the academic transcript.

Thursday

Final examinations end (9 days)

Saint John exam cancellation date: In the event of a university/building closure or other unforeseen circumstances during the exam period, the examinations will be rescheduled to the last day of the exam period.

Nursing students may need to participate in the preceptorships or clinical practicums during the Reading Weeks.

Students living in residence should contact their campus residence office for specific move-in dates.

*Except for essential services, most university offices will be closed on the dates indicated as "University Closed". Essential functions, for example, UNB Security & Traffic, Facilities Management and the Residences will be staffed and operational. Emergency maintenance may be arranged through the Security Department. A few departments and facilities such as the libraries and computer labs may offer some services on certain holidays. Those wishing to use such services on a holiday are advised to check with the specific department about operations for the day.

WINTER TERM 2027

Classes start Monday, January 04, 2027 | End Monday, April 12, 2027 | 63 Teaching Days

Fredericton Fall 2025 final exam cancellation date: in the event of a university/building closure of other unforeseen circumstances on December 15-20, examination for that day will be rescheduled to the first Sunday in Winter term, Sunday, January 11. The individual examinations will be held at the same time as shown on the examination schedule and locations will be posted in advance.

Last day for adding Winter Term courses. Winter Term courses dropped up to and including this date not shown on academic transcript. After this date a notation of “W” (withdraw no academic penalty) will be shown on the academic transcript.

Last day to withdraw from full-year courses without academic penalty. A notation of “W” (withdrawn) will be shown on the academic transcript. After this date a notation of “WF” (withdraw fail) will apply.

Last day to withdraw from Winter Term courses without academic penalty. A grade of "W" (withdrawn) will be shown on the academic record. After this date a grade of "WF" (withdrawn fail) will apply.

Last day for Online Open Access Fall 2026 Term courses
(courses noted with an FRL section code).

Last day of Winter Term classes (63 teaching days)

Last day to withdraw with a “WF” (withdrawn fail) for Winter term courses.

Final examinations end (9 days)

Saint John exam cancellation date: In the event of a university/building closure or other unforeseen circumstances during the exam period, the examinations will be rescheduled to the last day of the exam period.

Nursing students may need to participate in preceptorships or clinical practicums during the Reading Weeks.

Students living in residence should contact their campus residence office for specific move-in dates.

*Except for essential services, most university offices will be closed on the dates indicated as "University Closed". Essential functions, for example, UNB Security & Traffic, Facilities Management and the Residences will be staffed and operational. Emergency maintenance may be arranged through the Security Department. A few departments and facilities such as the libraries and computer labs may offer some services on certain holidays. Those wishing to use such services on a holiday are advised to check with the specific department about operations for the day.